Marianne Matos, LPC - Therapist in South Carolina

About Marianne

Marianne Matos uses a person-centered approach that emphasizes listening and meeting each person where they are. She focuses on building self-esteem and helping clients learn to speak up for their needs. Marianne draws on eight years of counseling work, including crisis and trauma settings.

She is a Licensed Professional Counselor - LPC. She has extensive experience assisting adults and older adults, and has worked in a crisis center supporting victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.

Background and approach

That work shaped how she responds to trauma and to urgent emotional needs. Marianne also has personal and professional experience with children and young adults from past roles in community services and teaching. In sessions she uses cognitive behavioral techniques to identify unhelpful thoughts and try small behavior changes.

She blends attachment-informed ideas to understand relationship patterns and emotional needs. Dialectical behavior skills are used when emotions feel overwhelming and practical coping strategies are needed. Her background includes a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology.

Marianne holds the South Carolina Licensed Professional Counselor credential SC LPC 7609. She has also worked as an equine specialist in mental health and learning and values hands-on, strengths-based supports. Parents who are worried about stress, trauma, grief, or parenting struggles will find direct, practical conversation in sessions.

Marianne aims to help people manage day-to-day problems and build clearer ways to cope and communicate.

How her approaches translate to online therapy

Marianne commonly uses client-centered methods that focus on understanding a person’s needs and priorities. This approach means she listens closely and helps clients set goals that matter to them, which can work well in video or phone sessions where conversation is the main tool.

She also uses cognitive behavioral therapy, which involves identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavior changes. CBT in an online format can include homework between sessions and practical exercises discussed over chat or messaging.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will review symptoms, goals, and preferences with the client and suggest techniques that fit their situation. That collaborative decision helps shape whether sessions emphasize skills training, trauma processing, or supportive talk.

Online sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, continue care from home, or use short check-ins alongside longer sessions. The range of formats supports different communication styles and practical needs.

Attachment-Based Therapy

Looks at how early bonds shaped what you expect from closeness, and how that plays out now with a partner, a parent, or your own children.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Frequently asked questions

What issues does Marianne address?

She works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression, grief, parenting, addictions, and relationship issues.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Her style is person-centered and practical. She listens first, then uses evidence-based techniques like cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior strategies to try small, workable changes.

How much counseling experience does she have?

She has eight years of experience, including extensive work at a crisis center supporting victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She is a Licensed Professional Counselor - LPC, holding South Carolina credential SC LPC 7609, and practices in South Carolina.

Which languages are supported in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

Sessions can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to match different needs and schedules.

How are sessions priced?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin therapy with her?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.

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Experience: 8 years
Licensed: South Carolina
Languages: English

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